What is IELTS
- IELTS means International English Language Testing System, the world's proven English language test.
- IELTS was one of the pioneers of four skills English language testing over 17 years ago, and continues to set the standard for English language testing today.
- Close to 6000 organizations and more than one million test takers around the world trust and recognize IELTS as a secure, valid and reliable indicator of true-to-life ability to communicate in English for education, immigration and professional accreditation.
- IELTS is jointly managed by British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL) through more than 500 locations in 120 countries.
- In IELTS unique 9 band scoring system has been used to measure & report test score in a consistent manner.
| We are the UK's international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations. As well as education, we run programmes in the arts, science, sport, governance and English language. |
Our purpose
We build engagement and trust for the UK through the exchange of knowledge and ideas between people worldwide. |
Our vision
The future for the UK in this crowded, dangerous, beautiful world depends on people of all cultures living and working together on foundations of education, mutual understanding, respect and trust. |
Our values and how we show them
Our five corporate values guide what we do and how we work.
1. Valuing people
We demonstrate this by:
treating people with courtesy and respect.
listening to what people have to say and responding helpfully.
giving people the opportunity to use and develop their talents.
valuing diversity.
2. Integrity
We demonstrate this by:
being honest.
being consistent both in what we do and say.
taking responsibility for our actions and decisions.
3. Mutuality
We demonstrate this by:
wishing to learn from and share with other people.
putting effective relationships at the heart of our work.
working towards common goals.
4. Creativity
We demonstrate this by:
encouraging people to develop new ideas in an environment of trust.
being resourceful and innovative in our approach.
actively seeking and presenting the best in creativity.
5. Professionalism
We demonstrate this by:
being true to our values and keeping our promises.
listening to and valuing the ideas and opinions of others.
accepting individual and collective responsibility for delivering work to a high standard. |
Cultural relations
Cultural relations are the building of engagement and trust between people of different cultures through the exchange of knowledge and ideas. The British Council is the United Kingdom's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We are a registered charity: 209131 (England and Wales), SC037733 (Scotland). |
How we are governed
The British Council is registered as a charity under registration numbers 209131 (England and Wales) and SC037733 (Scotland). The British Council was established in 1934 and incorporated by Royal Charter in 1940. A supplemental Charter of Incorporation was granted in 1993. Our Patron is HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH The Prince of Wales is our Vice-Patron. The British Council operates at arm’s length from the UK Government and it does not carry out its functions on behalf of the Crown. However, the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs is answerable to Parliament for the policies, operations and performance of the British Council whilst the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) is the British Council's Sponsoring Department. The Management statement sets out the relationship between the British Council and the FCO. The Financial Memorandum sets out the terms and conditions under which the FCO provides a grant in aid to the Council. The Charter is the constitution of the Council and it invests the powers of the British Council in a Board of Trustees. As British Council trustees, Board members are guardians of our purpose and are ultimately accountable for the organisation. They meet six times a year. Our executive direction is provided by Martin Davidson, our Chief Executive, with the support of an Executive Board. Details of British Councils senior management and its relationship to roles and responsibilities are detailed in the Organ gram. |
Advisory Committees
To assist us in the quality and independence of our thinking, the British Council can rely on the expert advice of three National Committees (for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland) and three Sector Advisory Groups for education and governance, English, science and engineering. Members of these committees and groups serve in an advisory capacity and have no decision-making responsibilities. |
Advisory Board
The Advisory Board brings together the Trustees, Executive Board, the chairs of the advisory committees and other distinguished national and international figures. Members are appointed for three years in the first instance, except for overseas members whose mandate is five years. See current members The Advisory Board supports the organisation by providing perceptions and insights into our work and the context in which we are, and will be, operating. It meets once a year. |
Preparing for Entrance Exams
Apart from your own diligence, there are several professional coaching institutions which can help you prepare for the rigours of entrance exams. It is always recommended that students join a good coaching institute. Coaching academies are equipped to cover all relevant areas of interest, besides aiding you in being consistent in your efforts. Ideally, a coaching institute would help you monitor your progress at regular intervals. Given below are some quick tips to help you crack an entrance test-
- There is no substitute for hard work. Students who barely managed to score passing marks in their class 10th standard examination have been able to secure admission in the IITs – all through sheer hard work.
- Plan your effort. It is important to pay attention to Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. A number of exams have a minimum sectional cut-off requirement for each of these subjects.
- Even if you work on only 80% of the syllabus, do it well.
- Try and see the previous years’ question papers to get a sense of the examination pattern.
- It is essential to take regular practice tests (once every month) in an exam simulated environment to measure your progress.
- Don’t get into the habit of relying on calculators.
- Try and keep in touch with other students who are appearing for the exam. You can share useful tips with each other.
- It is not sufficient to cover a topic just once. Keep refreshing what you have studied.
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Mathematics
- You must start concentrating on preparing for the entrance tests after clearing your 10th standard examination. Your preparation should be focused on covering Calculus, which includes, Limits, Integration and Differentiation, Set theory and relations, Matrices, Advanced Trigonometry, Algebra (Simultaneous equations, Quadratic equations, Binomial theorem), Co-ordinate Geometry and Probability, Permutation and Combination, Arithmetic and Geometric Series and progression as well as Arithmetic.
- Permutation and Combination, and Probability are topics which look relatively easy. However, often one arrives at the wrong answer in the first go. Efforts put into studying Calculus go well rewarded at the time of examination. Your study plan should also emphasize on Algebra and Co-ordinate Geometry as these questions are less time consuming.
- Remember, practice is the key to being good in Mathematics. Often students feel that if they see solutions, they will be able to solve similar questions. However, it is essential to get into the habit of analyzing questions and solving them without looking at the solutions beforehand.
Chemistry
- Study both Organic and Inorganic Chemistry from standard textbooks (NCERT). Learn the Periodic table by heart as well as all characteristics of elements and compounds commonly found. You must have a very good knowledge of all kinds of standard reactions and be able to calculate molecular mass. Concentrate on organic compounds, including aromatic. The concept of Iso-, N- compounds etc. should be clear. Often, Chemistry is the subject where you can score the maximum marks in the entrance tests.
Physics
- Physics is a subject where concepts and understanding play a major role. You should be clear about concepts related to topics, such as Light, Heat, Sound and Mechanics. It is important to practice numerical problems. Questions related to topics, such as heat, and especially on calorimeters are often easily solvable and must be attempted. A number of questions are asked on Mechanics and therefore, you should extensively cover this area.
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